Professional biography
David Bateson is a partner in the Hong Kong office of Mallesons Stephen Jaques where he specialises in dispute resolution.
His work involves all forms of dispute resolution including arbitration, litigation and alternative dispute resolution throughout Asia.
David has been a resident of Hong Kong since 1980.
He has extensive experience in disputes concerning construction, resources, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, telecommunications, banking and finance.
In recent editions of Global Counsel 3000, Who's Who of Commercial Arbitration, Chambers Asia, PLC Which Lawyer and Asia Pacific Legal 500, David was named as an expert in commercial arbitration, commercial litigation, construction, and a leading arbitrator.
Chambers Asia described him as "pre-eminent and widely experienced", and he was listed as one of the fifteen leading dispute resolution lawyers in Hong Kong.
PLC Which Lawyer listed him as one of the two "leading" arbitration lawyers in Hong Kong.
Asia Pacific Legal 500 "David Bateson is one of Hong Kong's most experienced arbitration experts".
As one of the ALB Hot 100 Lawyers for 2009, Asian Legal Business has stated "Whilst he is considered a go-to lawyer for disputes, Bateson is quickly building a high profile in international arbitration.".
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